The Senior Manager Quality Control (QC) is a full-time, on-site position based in Lahore District, responsible for leading and managing the quality control function throughout the production lifecycle. This role ensures that fabrics, trims, and finished garments meet established brand standards and customer expectations. The Senior Manager QC plays a critical role in maintaining product quality by overseeing inspections, implementing quality procedures, and collaborating closely with production, sourcing, and design teams to address and resolve quality issues efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise QC teams to ensure thorough inspection of fabrics, trims, and finished garments.
- Design, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and benchmarks aligned with company standards.
- Monitor compliance with quality standards on the production floor and conduct regular reviews of samples and bulk production.
- Identify defects and non-conformities, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, sourcing, and design to resolve quality-related challenges.
- Maintain accurate documentation related to quality inspections, reports, and compliance records.
- Analyze quality data to track defects, identify trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Train and mentor QC staff on best practices in quality management and ensure adherence to company policies.
- Ensure quality standards are maintained under production deadlines without compromising product integrity.
Required Qualifications
- Proven expertise in quality control and quality assurance within apparel, textiles, or related manufacturing environments.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing QC inspectors and coordinating with multiple departments.
- In-depth knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, trims, embellishments, and quality parameters relevant to fashion products.
- Ability to develop and implement QC procedures, conduct root-cause analysis, and lead continuous improvement efforts.
- Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and basic data analysis to monitor defects and performance metrics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with production, sourcing, and design teams.
- Relevant academic qualifications such as a degree or diploma in Textile Engineering, Fashion Technology, Production Management, or a related field.
- Experience working in on-site factory or production environments in or near Lahore District, or willingness to relocate.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and capacity to work efficiently under production deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
This role offers the opportunity to lead quality control initiatives in a dynamic production setting, contributing directly to product excellence and customer satisfaction. Candidates with a proactive approach to quality management and a passion for continuous improvement will find this position rewarding.